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  • Did you know - you can receive an email overdue reminder one day before your items are due? Contact your local library for more information on this service.
  • Hamilton City Libraries card holders can also register with Library ELF, a free private service.

    • What is Library ELF?
    Are you constantly trying to keep track of when your books are due? Or those of your kids? Are you anxious for an email alert of when a new book you reserved becomes available? If so, the Library ELF can help! Hamilton City Libraries' cardholders may now register with Library ELF, a free service designed for busy library users that allows you to:

  • Receive email notices of items before they become due
  • View the due dates of various items in a calendar format
  • Be notified of reserves as they become available
  • Consolidate your library accounts or those of your entire family

    • How do I get it?

    Sign up with Library ELF today, it's easy! Just be sure to choose “Hamilton City Libraries” from the list of International libraries, and to have your library card number and PIN ready. If you don’t know your PIN, please contact any of our libraries in person, or phone 07 838 6824, for help.

    Important Privacy Notice

    Library ELF is a private service not affiliated with Hamilton City Libraries.You use Library ELF at your own option and risk. Users of Library ELF are required to submit personal information, including library card barcodes and PINs, to a database unaffiliated with and located outside of the Library. Please read Library ELF's privacy policy and FAQ before deciding to sign up for the service.